Mr Niraj Kumar Mishra
Niraj Kumar Mishra is a National Award-winning filmmaker and screenwriter with 20+ years in cinema and TV. His debut Samanantar won at the 69th National Film Awards and was Cannes-shortlisted. Writer of Baaghi 2 and 2,000+ TV episodes, he blends depth and emotion in storytelling. He has served on juries for the National Film Awards, IFFI, and CBFC.
Mr Makarand Joshi
Makrand Joshi is a veteran animation filmmaker with 20+ years of experience in Indian and global projects. He directed The Legend of Buddha (India’s Oscar entry, 2005) and Krishna Aur Kans, and worked on Ninja Hattori and Shekhar Kapur’s BUDDHA. His award-winning shorts tackle social issues, and he has twice served on the MIFF jury. He is now Creative Director at a Singapore-based ed-tech firm.
Mr Romi Metei
Romi Meitei is a National Award-winning filmmaker who has redefined Manipuri cinema with critical and commercial success. Honored with FIPRESCI and NETPAC awards, he’s known for culturally rich, socially relevant films. A jury member at Indian Panorama and National Film Awards, he continues to shape the future of Manipuri cinema.